Texas Department of Transportation Interview Questions
& Process
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Texas Department of Transportation
Intern
Intern Easy Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
I applied on their website and then got a call. About a week later, I had an in-person interview with three people, and the main person asking questions was the supervisor. They hire on a rolling basis, and referrals are helpful.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What would you do if you were given conflicting tasks by two different people simultaneously?
Texas Department of Transportation
Geology Specialist
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
After I applied, someone reached out about a month later and asked for times to chat. The chat was online via Teams. We talked about my schooling, what the job would be like, and how I deal with customers.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you describe a time you had a disagreement with a coworker and how you resolved it?
Texas Department of Transportation
Transportation Engineer
Mid Average Positive experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral
The interview was virtual. They give you the questions beforehand and then discuss them one by one. Sometimes, the interviewer might ask additional follow-up questions, which is usually a good sign.
Confirmed questions5 questions
- Can you share your experience with PSE?
- What is the relationship between DOT and MPOs?
- Tell me about your experience with teamwork.
Texas Department of Transportation
Planner
Mid Average Neutral experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation
It was a three-person interview. They showed the questions on a PowerPoint screen and also the hiring process. The interviewers didn't turn their cameras on. They asked about 7 questions in total.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Could you share your biggest strengths and weaknesses?
Texas Department of Transportation Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Texas Department of Transportation interview reports.
“What is the relationship between DOT and MPOs?”
Read reports →“Can you explain GIS to a layperson?”
Read reports →“When will you be graduating?”
Read reports →“Can you explain the budget process in your own words?”
Read reports →“What are your thoughts on being late, whether it's showing up late to work or being late with deadlines?”
Read report →“What would you do if you were given conflicting tasks by two different people simultaneously?”
Read report →“How would you manage a situation where you might miss a project deadline?”
Read report →“What specific courses or training have you completed that would qualify you for this role at TxDOT?”
Read report →“How do you plan to communicate with your team and stakeholders?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 16 Texas Department of Transportation interview reports.